2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taurus | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
